Meet Omaha, a handsome 7-year-old German Shepherd from Hackettstown, NJ! This friendly, medium-energy boy loves playing with Chuckit! balls, exploring his backyard, and spending time outdoors. He's house-trained, neutered, knows several commands, and enjoys socializing with other dogs at doggy daycare. Omaha is looking for an experienced guardian and a peaceful, child-free home with a securely fenced yard. He has previously growled around food and favorite toys and was involved in an incident with a young child that caused a minor injury. His family wants to ensure he finds a safe, understanding home where he can thrive. With the right environment, Omaha is ready for a wonderful new chapter filled with love, adventure, and plenty of ball games!
Pet's Name:
Omaha
Dog: Primary Breed:
German Shepherd Dog
Birthdate (an estimate is okay):
July 5, 2019
Age Category:
Adult
Where did you get your pet?:
Menard's Legendary German Shepherds
Was this pet ever in a shelter, rescue, or foster program? If yes, please provide details.:
No
Adoption Day (when did you adopt your pet? An estimate is okay.):
August 2019
Gender:
Male
Size (at full-grown):
Large
Primary Color:
Brown
What are your pet's favorite toys and activities?:
Chuck-it Balls
Has your dog received any formal obedience training?:
Yes
What commands does your dog know?:
Sit, stay, come, drop, lay down
How does your dog react to being left alone for short periods?:
Neutral
Medical History and Care:
Vaccinations up to date
Spayed or Neutered
House/Litter-Trained
Microchipped
Special Diet
Special Needs
Never Vetted
Unknown
Does your pet have any history of health issues or medical conditions that potential adopters should be aware of?:
None
Has your dog ever been diagnosed with or treated for any of the following? (Please check all that apply, even if your dog has fully recovered. This helps us provide the best support for future families.):
Allergies (environmental or food-related)
Anaplasmosis (tick-borne)
Anxiety Issues
Arthritis or Joint Pain
Canine Distemper
Chronic Ear Infections
Dental Disease
Ehrlichiosis (tick-borne)
Heartworm
Influenza
Kennel Cough
Leptospirosis
Lipomas, Cysts, or Other Lumps/Bumps
Lyme Disease
Parvovirus
Seizures
Skin Conditions
Vaccine Reactions
Other
Has your dog ever shown any challenging behaviors, such as biting a person or another pet? If so, please share some context.:
We had a situation where our dog reacted poorly to our young child's pet and showed aggression with an open mouth to the face which broke the skin and caused bruising
How often does your dog require grooming (e.g., bathing, brushing, trimming)? :
Frequent brushing
Does your dog have a dental care routine (e.g., brushing, chews, professional cleanings)?:
None
Personality:
Playful
Constant Companion
High Energy
Medium Energy
Low Energy
Timid
Friendly to Strangers
Good with Other Dogs
Good with Cats
Good with Young Children
Bonded Pair
Purebred
Crate Trained
Comes When Called
Needs Training
Likes Car Rides
Likes to Swim
Requires A Fenced Yard
Jumps Fences
Growls at Strangers
Is Afraid of Storms
Digs
How is your dog with children?:
Best in a home without children: Has reacted to children and should live in a home without them.
How is your dog with other dogs?:
Friendly: Generally gets along well with other dogs.
How is your dog with cats?:
Not sure: Haven't had enough interaction to determine.
What criteria are important to you when considering an adoptive family or home for your pet?:
We believe Omaha would thrive in a child-free home with lots of space in a yard to explore
Why are you rehoming your pet (primary reason)?:
Baby/Child Safety
Details about rehoming reason (if needed):
Aforementioned incident with our young child
If applicable, do you have the legal right or necessary permission from the breeder or rescue organization to rehome this pet? :
Not Applicable
Yes
How long will you be able to keep your pet before you may need to consider surrendering him or her to a rescue?:
Not an option, my pet will stay with me for as long as it takes
Who is your veterinarian?:
Blairstown Animal Hospital
What do you feed your pet, and does he/she have any feeding quirks or preferences?:
Royal Canin
Do you currently have pet insurance?:
No
Would you consider a long-distance adoption?:
Yes
No
Maybe
City, State:
Hackettstown, NJ
Zip Code:
07840
How did you hear about us?:
Other Referral
Referring Name (person, page, or organization, if applicable):
Eleventh Hour Rescue
Service Level:
Tailored Placement: Full Support for Behavioral or Medical Needs